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Almaden Library Presents: NorCal Bats by Corky Quirk

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NorCal Bats by Corky QuirkAlmaden Library Presents: NorCal Bats by Corky Quirk!

Come to the Almaden Library for an exciting, informative family program about bats presented by NorCal Bats by Corky Quirk.

When: Thursday, July 16, 2026, 3:00PM – 4:00PM
Where: Almaden Library Community Room
6445 Camden Ave.
San Jose CA 95120

In this program, participants will learn about the importance of bats to the environment and harmful myths that tend to surround bats. NorCal Bats is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of bats throughout Northern California. Live bats, native to California, will be safely present for viewing.

NorCal Bats is a Northern California-based rescue and educational organization founded by Corky Quirk, offering bat rehabilitation, bat walks, and public presentations. The group provides care for injured and orphaned bats and features non-releasable “ambassador bats” to educate the public about native bat species and dispel common myths.

Free. No registration required. Suitable for ages 5 and older.

For more information, contact Marie Sollitt at (408) 808-3040 or marie.sollitt@sjlibrary.org.

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Almaden Library and the SJPL Foundation’s Pat Dando Endowment.

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NASA Journey into Outer Space – Mad Science

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NASA Journey into Outer SpaceRegister now for this exciting half-day summer camp: NASA Journey into Outer Space offered by Mad Science of the Bay Area for kids ages 6-11!

When: Monday June 15 – Thursday June 18, 2026, 1-4pm

Where: Almaden Community Center, 6445 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95120

About This Event

Set your future space explorers on a trajectory from our Earth’s atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system! This hands-on program brings them closer to the stars, planets, comets, and more. They learn about living in space, getting away from gravity, looking for space phenomena, and they participate in a rocket launch!

Click here to enroll in NASA Journey into Outer Space half-day summer camp or call the Almaden Community Center directly at (408) 268-1133.

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Family Storytime at Almaden Library

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Family Storytime at Almaden LibraryJoin Family Storytime at Almaden Library on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 10:15am – 10:45am.

Storytime is a fun and interactive experience geared for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers. Storytime promotes the joys of reading and learning through early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities.

Free, with limited capacity.

Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A limited number of tickets will be distributed at the Information Desk before Storytime. A second Storytime will be held if many families miss the first one.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

Family Storytime at Almaden Library is offered every Thursday from 10:15am – 10:45am.

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Reading to Furry Friends at Almaden Library

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Reading to Furry Friends The San Jose Public Library’s Almaden Branch is hosting Reading to Furry Friends on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Children’s Area at 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose. Children ages 5 to 10 are invited to practice reading aloud to gentle, trained assistance dogs – and the dogs love every word of it!

The Almaden Library Reading to Furry Friends program is free and no registration is required. For questions or ADA accommodation requests, contact program coordinator Marie Sollitt at (408) 808-3040 or marie.sollitt@sjlibrary.org.

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Almaden Community Center Activity Guide Summer 2026

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Almaden Community Center Activity Guide Summer 2026If you’re already thinking about how to fill those long summer days, the Almaden Community Center Activity Guide Summer 2026 has you covered. Packed with programs for every age — from preschoolers taking their first dance steps to Active Adults 50+ staying fit and connected — the guide is your go-to resource for a fun, active summer in the Almaden Valley.

Browse offerings across Arts & Crafts, Dance, Sports, Education, and Fitness, and you’ll find something for virtually every interest and age group. Summer camps are a big draw again this year, with dozens of options for kids. There are Sports and Cheerleading camps offered by Skyhawks, Kidz Love Soccer and Futsal Kingz; Dance and Performing Arts camps offered by Dance Arts Academy and CLAP; Tech camps offered by Code For Fun and Engineering For Kids; Creative LEGO® camps offered by Snapology and Play-Well Tek; and so much more! Whether your child loves being active, getting creative, or a little of both, there’s a camp to match.

When Does Registration Open?

Mark your calendar — general registration opens Saturday, May 2 at 10am. But there are two earlier windows to know about:

  • Scholarship-eligible participants: In-person early registration on Wednesday, April 22 at 10am.
  • Active Adult members (50+): Online and in-person registration begins Wednesday, April 29 at 10am.

More Than Just Classes

The Almaden Community Center is more than a place to take classes — it’s a community hub. Facilities include a Fitness Center, Teaching Kitchen, Dance Studio, Gym, Preschool Programs, Computer Lab, and Teen Center/Game Room. Whether you’re dropping in for a workout or signing the kids up for a week-long camp, everything is under one roof at 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA 95120.

Questions? Reach the SJ Registration Help Desk at (408) 793-5565 or Sjregistration@sanjoseca.gov. You can also call the Almaden Community Center directly at 408-268-1133.

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Wildflower Walk at Almaden Quicksilver

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Wildflower Walk at Almaden QuicksilverThe Wildflower Walk at Almaden Quicksilver County Park is a special springtime event that highlights the joy of living in the Almaden Valley. Join a knowledgeable Park Interpreter on a gentle 1-mile guided hike through the park’s trails to discover the incredible variety of native wildflowers that bloom at Quicksilver Park — and learn why they matter so much to the local ecosystem.

This family-friendly outing is suitable for ages 7 and up, making it a perfect Saturday morning activity for households of all kinds. The hike is scheduled for Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, starting at the Mockingbird Hill entrance (19535 Mockingbird Hill Lane, San José, CA 95120). No vehicle entrance fee is required.

To register or for more information, call (408) 918-7770 or email interp@prk.sccgov.org.

Can’t make it to the guided walk? You can still experience the Wildflower Walk at Almaden Quicksilver at your own pace. Stop by the Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum to pick up a paper wildflower brochure, or explore the park’s digital wildflower tour online anytime.

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Leland Drama Presents: Clue

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Leland Drama Presents ClueLeland Drama Presents: Clue – March 25-28, 2026

It’s a dark and stormy night, and you’ve been invited to the most dangerous dinner party in town. Leland High School Drama is bringing the beloved classic to life this spring with Clue: High School Edition — a madcap murder mystery comedy that will keep audiences guessing until the final twist.

Based on the cult classic 1985 film and the iconic board game, the show follows six colorful suspects — Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, and Colonel Mustard — as they race through Boddy Manor to unmask a killer before the body count rises. Each guest has an alias, the butler offers a variety of weapons, and the host is, well, dead. Whodunit?

Whether you’re a lifelong Clue fan or new to the story, this is a fun night out for the whole family. Don’t miss your chance to solve the mystery live on stage.

Show Dates

Wednesday, March 25 — 4:30 PM
Thursday, March 26 — 7:00 PM
Friday, March 27 — 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 28 — 1:00 PM (Matinee)
Saturday, March 28 — 7:00 PM

Doors open 30 minutes before each show.

Tickets

General Admission — $16.75
H.S. Student (w/o VIP) — $13.60
H.S. Student (w/ VIP – must show) — $11.00
65+ — $11.00
Youth (middle school & younger) — $9.00

Tickets available at lelanddrama.com.

LOCATION

Leland High School
6677 Camden Avenue
San Jose, CA, 95120

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Pioneer High School 2026 Spring Musical: In the Heights

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Pioneer High School 2026 Spring MusicalGet your tickets now for the Pioneer High School 2026 spring musical In the Heights, the Tony Award-winning musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Performances run March 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, and 28, 2026, with doors opening at 6:30 PM and the show starting at 7:00 PM each night.

In The Heights is a vibrant, contemporary story about community, dreams, and belonging set in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City. The show is a dynamic blend of hip-hop and salsa music, complex choreography, and heartfelt themes of identity. Please note that the show is rated PG-13 for language and mature content, so it’s best suited for teen and adult audiences.

Tickets are available now through reserved seating online at phsdrama.ludus.com, or you can purchase general seating with cash at the door starting at 6:30 PM each night. Ticket prices are:

$10 for Students
$15 for Seniors (65+)
$20 for Adults

A few important reminders: online ticket sales close at noon on the day of each performance, cash is the only payment accepted at the school, and all sales are final with no refunds.

The show takes place at the Steve Dini Stage, PHS Performing Arts Center, located at 1290 Blossom Hill Rd. For updates, follow the drama department on Instagram or on Facebook.

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Almaden Community Center Spring 2026 Activity Guide

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Almaden Community Center Spring 2026 Activity GuideThe Almaden Community Center 2026 Spring Activity Guide is now available! Register now for Spring 2026 classes and special events geared to all ages – from early childhood “Tea with Teddy!” to older adults cardio drumming – a wide variety of activities and sports for everyone at all levels.

You can also register for spring break camps as well as a broad assortment of summer leisure and sport camps taking place at the Almaden Community Center or at neighboring parks. Instructors are from Brick Tech, CLAP Arts, Code For Fun, Dance Arts Academy, Engineering For Kids, Futsal Kingz, GURUS Education, Mad Science, Play-Well TEKnologies, Skyhawks, Snapology, Young Rembrandts, and more.

Also in the Almaden Community Center Spring 2026 Activity Guide is information about Citywide Fitness. The fitness room is open Monday through Saturday and includes aerobic fitness and core exercises. Citywide Fitness also offers drop-in sports including pickleball, volleyball, basketball, badminton, and table tennis. Participants must be at least 14 years old and must complete and sign a liability waver.

Register in person at Almaden Community Center or online at www.sjregistration.com. Citywide scholarships are available to qualifying San Jose residents.

The Almaden Community Center is located at 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA 95120. For more information about classes, camps or health guidelines, view the Almaden Community Center 2025 Spring Activity Guide here or call the Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133.

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Puppets and Stories with Ms. Andrea at Almaden Library

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Puppets and Stories with Ms. AndreaDiscover Puppets and Stories with Ms. Andrea at Almaden Library!

When: Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026
Time: 11:00-11:30am
Location: Almaden Library, 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose CA 95120

Almaden Library volunteer, Ms. Andrea, makes stories come to life with puppets. Please join her in the children’s picture book area to watch a different story each month. Children will have fun listening to stories while they develop a love for books and reading. Pre-registration is not required. This program is best suited for preschoolers and children in grades K-3.

This event is also offered on:

Saturday, March 14, 2026 (11:00-11:30am)
Saturday, April 11, 2026 (11:00-11:30am)
Saturday, May 9, 2026 (11:00-11:30am)

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